AML operations Team Lead

Genome is everything users need from the traditional banks, but safer, faster and completely online.

We are a Lithuanian-based Electronic Money Institution licensed by the Bank of Lithuania.

Genome is a B2B/B2C EU-oriented company, which offers personal, business, and merchant account opening, payment processing, money exchange, internal, SEPA, and SWIFT transfers, as well as other banking operations completely online. Clients can manage all their funds and accounts within our smart dashboard, which is in a desktop version, or through an app on Android and iOS.

Genome is looking for an AML operations Team Lead !

1. Team Leadership and Management:

• lead and manage the AML Unit, providing guidance and support to specialists of all seniority levels;
• conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to discuss performance, provide feedback, and address concerns;
• foster continuous professional development in Anti-Money Laundering Prevention, KYC, and Compliance;
• step in to assist with first-line tasks performed by the team during times of high workload or backlog.

2. Investigations and the authority to make decisions:

• oversees and participates in complex investigations related to high-risk transactions, customers, or cases involving potential sanctions violations, PEPs, or other AML-related risks;
• takes the decision to approve or reject escalations related to the termination of business relationships when the Head of the AML Unit is unavailable, ensuring that actions are compliant with regulatory standards and aligned with company risk management policies.

3. Compliance and Documentation:

• ensure accurate and systematic documentation of client interactions and data;
• oversee internal client activity investigations, ensuring thorough documentation and accurate escalation for reporting;
• oversee effective communication with law enforcement and other institutions as required.

4. Collaboration and Process Improvement:

• collaborate with the Head of AML Unit to review and amend unit procedures and instructions;
• provide training and consultation to Unit's specialists;
• collaborate with the Product Team to create, improve, and develop products for AML processes.

5. Reporting, KPI, and SLA Goals:

• prepare statistical and strategic reports regarding the tasks and processes handled by the AML Unit;
• oversee the team’s adherence to KPI/SLA goals, ensuring that all AML processes are executed efficiently and within the established service standards;
• monitor and report on the team’s performance against these KPIs and SLAs, identifying any areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed to maintain a high standard of service delivery.

• work experience and professional skills in AML/CFT field (at least 3 years);
• previous team leading experience and project management (at least 1 year);
• experience working with various AML systems and transaction monitoring tools;
• ability to solve problems, multitask, prioritize and take responsibility in challenging situations;
• fluent Lithuanian and English (spoken and written);
• finished studies in Economics, Law or other related fields is an advantage;
• having an ACAMS or ICA certificate is an advantage.

• corporate medical insurance;

• reimbursement of English language courses expenses partially;

• reimbursement of sport center's subscription expenses partially;

• covering expenses for participation in professional events.

Compensation

Salary range : €3,300 - €3,700 gross monthly*

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience